José María Ángel

José María Ángel is the former Commissioner of the Spanish Government for the DANA (isolated high-altitude depression) reconstruction efforts. He is now newsworthy due to the reopening of an investigation into alleged falsification of his academic credentials. Specifically, the Audiencia de Valencia has overturned the previous dismissal of a case against him, ordering the resumption of the investigation into claims that he presented falsified documents to secure his position as a public official. This development is significant because it raises questions about the legitimacy of his appointment and potentially impacts the perception of the government's response to the DANA disaster. He was replaced by Zulima Pérez in July 2025. The current relevance lies in the ongoing investigation and its potential implications for Ángel's reputation and the integrity of public appointments.